Danish Crown eyes Asia markets with new pork facility

Core Insights - Danish Crown is expanding its pork processing capacity in Denmark with a new facility in Vejen, driven by increased pig supplies from farmers and the need for more deboning capacity [1][2] - The new facility is expected to create around 100 jobs and will begin operations around October 1, with plans to debone approximately 60,000 pork fore ends per week [2][3] Expansion Details - The Vejen plant will utilize raw materials sourced from Danish Crown's existing slaughterhouses in Horsens, Herning, Rønne, and Blans near Sønderborg [4] - The facility will occupy part of a 14,000 square meter premises acquired by Danish Crown in 2023, following an internal reorganization that split the company into three divisions [4][5] Operational Efficiency - The establishment of the specialized production facility in Vejen aims to achieve high efficiency and reduce complexity at the abattoirs, allowing for more efficient operations [5] - Danish Crown is seeking necessary regulatory approvals for the project, expecting to secure permits by the end of the first quarter of the year [6]